William K JurgensWilliam K. Jurgens served as the Director of Athletics at Florida Institute of Technology from 1976 until January 2020. He then served the school as Vice-President for University Relations before retiring in 2021. Jurgens began his career at Florida ech in 1969 when he became head crew coach. The Panthers' crews won 17 Dad Vail national championships under Jurgens' leadership. As an athlete, Jurgens has rowed on the U.S. national team in international competition. He earned his undergraduate degree from Jacksonville University and a Master's of Science Education from Florida Tech. He has been a member of the Board of Directors of the U.S. Rowing Association and a member of the U.S. Olympic Rowing Committee. He has been a member of the board of the Dad Vail Regatta since 1990 and continues to hold that position. In 2016, Jurgens received the Jack Kelly Award from USRowing, which recognizes superior achievements in rowing or an individual who serves as an inspiration to American rowers. Jurgens is a member of the Florida Tech Sports Hall of Fame, the Jacksonville University Athletic Hall of Fame and the Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame. Read More Read Less